Hartmann Tunning Fork C 2048

Clinical Application

This high-frequency diagnostic tuning fork is intended for bedside hearing evaluation and rapid otologic screening. The C 2048 model is used for Weber and Rinne tests to differentiate conductive from sensorineural hearing loss and to assess high-frequency bone conduction pathways. It is commonly used by ENT surgeons, audiologists, primary care clinicians, and preoperative assessment teams for quick in-clinic auditory comparisons and screening.

Design & Configuration

The two-prong U-shaped geometry concentrates mechanical energy into a stable pitch when the stem is struck, producing a consistent vibratory tone for bone-conduction testing. The straight stem provides a comfortable index grip for controlled placement on skull landmarks (mastoid, forehead) while minimizing dampening by the hand. The 2048 designation denotes a high-frequency tuning fork optimized for clear, rapid-decay tones that favor otologic screening maneuvers such as Weber and Rinne.

Instrument Specifications

• Pattern / model: Hartmann C 2048
• Configuration: Two-prong U-shaped fork with stem handle
• Intended use: Weber and Rinne hearing tests; high-frequency bone conduction assessment
• Material: Stainless steel construction
• Reusable: Designed for repeated clinical use with standard cleaning and sterilization

Material & Construction

Precision-formed stainless steel provides durable vibration characteristics and resistance to corrosion typical of clinical environments. The single-piece fork and stem geometry preserves pitch stability and simplifies cleaning. The instrument is reusable and may be processed according to facility cleaning and sterilization protocols.

Quality & Compliance

Manufactured by FDA-registered OEM facilities and produced under strict quality control standards.

Brand Comparison

Comparable in form and function to equivalent instruments offered by major US medical suppliers.

Availability & Returns

• In-stock lead time: ships within ~1 week
• Out-of-stock lead time: 2–4 weeks
• Returns: 30-day return policy